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Divers to Boobys
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Sandgrouses to Doves
Owls to Swifts
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Passeriformes

Mammals of Israel
Insectvores
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Hyraxes
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Evan-toed Ungulates

Reptiles of Israel
Lizards
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        Birds of Israel       Owls to Swifts       Barn Owl

     Barn Owl  / תנשמת לבנה / Tyto alba
 
     Farmers use Barn owls in farm lands for pest control by puting nesting boxes in their fields.
What they eat Mammals, Birds
Preferred habitat Human Settements, Gardens, Farm Lands.
Status Common resident in north and central parts, Quite rare winter visitor to Desert areas
Recommended place to see Hula Valley, Bet Shean Valley
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